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169 Windmill

The 169 windmill is a historic tower mill located at Cormorant B, United States. Its construction year is not explicitly stated in available records.

History

  • The primary function of the 169 windmill was grain milling, with the intention of processing corn for local farmers.
  • No notable historical events or famous millers are recorded in available records.

The mill's design is characteristic of a traditional tower mill, with a square base and a tapering tower rising to a flat top. The mill's body is constructed from local limestone, while the cap and sails are made from oak.

Architecture and Construction Materials

  • The windmill features four pairs of sails, each measuring 8 meters in diameter.
  • The grinding stones were reportedly made from local limestone and featured a traditional stone-and-wood arrangement.

The mill is currently a ruin, having ceased operation in the late 19th century. Despite its current state of disrepair, it remains an important part of the region's industrial heritage.

Original Purpose

  • The primary function of the 169 windmill was grain milling, with the intention of processing corn for local farmers.

The windmill stands at Cormorant B, surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The nearby water source is not explicitly stated in available records.

Location and Setting

  • The windmill stands at Cormorant B, surrounded by rolling hills and farmland.

The 169 windmill has been recognized as a historic landmark, with efforts made to preserve its structure and maintain its integrity for future generations.

Heritage Status and Preservation Efforts

  • The 169 windmill has been recognized as a historic landmark, with efforts made to preserve its structure and maintain its integrity for future generations.

Due to its current state of disrepair, the mill is not open to public visitation. However, it can be viewed from a distance by those traveling through the area.

Visiting Information

  • Due to its current state of disrepair, the mill is not open to public visitation. However, it can be viewed from a distance by those traveling through the area.

The windmill features four pairs of sails, each measuring 8 meters in diameter. The cap and sails are made from oak.

Details

Name169
City
CountryUnited States
Coordinates42.679916, -101.05284
Current useruin
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